Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Aultmore
£255
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.4% | 47.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £255.34 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £255 vs £299.
For beginners: Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£255.34 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £255.34)
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Smooth?
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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Only Aultmore 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11066) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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